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German Karneval 2024 Begins

The Karneval season began on November 11th at 11:11 am in cities along the Rhine River, featuring large celebrations, a strong police presence, and a historic first by a homosexual carnival society.

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What was the police presence like in Cologne?: 1400 police officers were deployed in Cologne to ensure the safety of the revelers and enforce the knife ban.
When and how did the Karneval celebrations begin?: The Karneval, or Carnival, in cities along the Rhine River in Germany, officially began on November 11th at 11:11 am.
What happened in Düsseldorf to mark the start of Karneval?: In Düsseldorf, the traditional carnival figure, Hoppeditz, opened his oversized mustard pot, delivering his opening speech while wearing a Donald Trump-style wig.
Why does the Karneval season start on November 11th at 11:11 am?: The exact reason for starting the Karneval season on 11.11 at 11:11 am is unclear; it's speculated to be related to its numerical symbolism and the end of the harvest season.
What is significant about the StattGarde's participation this year?: The StattGarde, a homosexual carnival society, is making history this year by presenting a gay trio of Prince, Bauer, and Jungfrau.

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